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Bishop & Friends

97.1 The Fan
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Beau Bishop takes the art of sports radio and day drinking to a whole new level. Eric Rieser and Ryan Baker join in on the fun. Catch the live experience weekdays from 9am-Noon on 97.1 FM in Columbus, on The Fan App, or at 971thefan.com. The Fan, Ohio's Sports Destination.

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Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! Hope Springs Eternal!! The Ohio State Spring Game is tomorrow. What we want to see from the game, the offense and the defense. Some Spring Game Memories. The NCAA is listening to this show and we were right all a... more

Happy Thursday Edition of the Program!! Ries is back!! The Weather Extremes in Ohio are crazy and caused an interesting night at the Bishop House. The CBJ fallout continues. One week until the NFL Draft. LIV Golf is on it's last leg. The Buckeyes are... more

Happy 1st Friday Edition of the Program!! Joshua Perry is in again. Rick Bowness with an all time rant after the CBJ season comes to an end. We discuss every angle and aspect for the 1st hour of the show. Daniel Jeremiah likes the Buckeyes. ESPN's Ja... more

Happy Tuesday Edition of the Program!! Joshua Perry is in for Reis. DejaVu all over again for the CBJ as they miss the playoffs. How did it turn so quickly... The Spring Game is Saturday. Ryan Day on why it's important. Devin Royal is on his way to V... more

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Recent Guests

Dakota Wasserman
(alias in transcript appears as Dalton Wasserman)
The Athletic/ESPN
Episode: Bishop & Friends April, 15, 2026
Carlos Loughlin
Ohio State running backs coach
Ohio State University
Episode: Bishop & Friends April, 13, 2026
Dan Fronczak
Former Channel 10 sports anchor, Augusta participant
Channel 10 / Augusta connections
Episode: Bishop & Friends April, 10, 2026
Todd Munkin
Head coach of the Cleveland Browns (OTAs interview)
Cleveland Browns
Episode: Bishop & Friends April, 9, 2026
Scoony Penn
Basketball analyst/guest
Episode: Bishop & Friends April, 6, 2026
Clayton Safi
Writer for Wolverine.com covering Michigan basketball
The Wolverine, Wolverine.com
Episode: Bishop & Friends April, 3, 2026
Mike Rapoley
Owner of the UFL, discussed spring football and the Columbus Aviators
No Bowl (brand), UFL
Episode: Bishop & Friends April, 2, 2026
Sayid Bravo
Illinois basketball beat writer for The Champagne Room
TheChampagneRoom.com
Episode: Bishop & Friends April, 2, 2026
Mike Rapoli
Co-owner of the United Football League; entrepreneur involved with Glacier, Vitamin Water, Body Armor, Pirate's Booty
Glacier, Vitamin Water, Body Armor (entrepreneurial ventures)
Episode: Bishop & Friends April, 1, 2026

Hosts

Beau Bishop
Host with extensive ties to local Columbus sports media; long-running presence emphasized in show dynamics and on-air interactions.
Eric Rieser
Co-host and sports journalist; central voice in analysis and banter, frequently referenced as a core on-air presence.
Ryan Baker
Co-host providing commentary on a broad range of sports topics; noted for Buckeyes and local sports coverage.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 240 ratings
  • Thank You

    Thank you for sticking up for the fans with this Big Noon fiasco. This is the only program that isn’t self serving enough to push noon games down our throat because they want to be done working early on a Saturday.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mackey, Tim
    United Statesa year ago
  • Boring and tedious

    Fallen from grace. It’s now the “listen to one person ramble and occasionally phone his buddies” show. Let your cohosts speak sometimes. Enough about your kids.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Pineconn
    United Statesa year ago
  • This show is just pure state-run media

    The host has a far greater need to be buddies with coaches, administrators, and ex players than he does to give anyone fair and honest analysis.

    The guys at 3pm are idiots, but at least they’re honest…this is nothing more than a gigantic “drinking of bath water through a straw” session

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MA#123
    United Statesa year ago
  • Chops

    Beau is the best, and Rieser is also very good! BUT, like most listeners, I gotta say Chops is beyond horrible, he’s very ill-informed about things, has horrible takes, and obviously grates on Beau’s nerves. He also talks way too much, and he acts like he’s some sophisticated movie reviewer any time they discuss movies or TV shows. If the show was just Beau and Rieser, it would be awesome.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Longtime listener of The Fan
    United States2 years ago
  • New cohost

    Chops is an awful cohost. He’s even worse when Beau goes on vacation. Fire Mark and hire a real 2nd wheel.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    tomda4
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Sponsorship mentions are seen as a real plus and well-integrated into the show.
Listeners praise authentic local sports focus and chemistry between hosts.
Fans appreciate long-form storytelling and personal anecdotes from the hosts.
Many comments note strong Buckeye coverage and engaging banter.
Some listeners critique co-host dynamics and pacing, especially during conversations with guests.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Bishop & Friends April, 17, 2026
Q: What is the upper limit of the proposed 16-team playoff, and how might it affect scheduling?
The panel discusses starting the playoff earlier with a potential December to January flow, stretch by rounds across several weeks, and how to balance bowl/postseason games while preserving academic calendars; there is cautious optimism about a structured 16-team format but no definitive answer yet.
Bishop & Friends April, 3, 2026
Q: What are your thoughts on the potential college football playoff expansion?
There's broad support for a more streamlined, earlier-start playoff that respects calendars and audience attention, with some advocating for 16 teams and moving away from conference championship games to reduce clutter.
Bishop & Friends April, 8, 2026
Q: What were the biggest differences in Julian Sayen's role this spring compared to last year?
Sayen is expected to take a larger, more impactful role with improved offensive execution and decision-making, building on his previously noted accuracy and leadership while moving into a higher tempo and higher-leverage situations.
Bishop & Friends April, 1, 2026
Q: What do you see as the biggest obstacle for the Columbus Aviators to succeed long term?
Rapoli emphasizes market fit, venue choice, local partnerships, and a patient but aggressive approach to growth, including potential NFL alignment and a strong local fanbase to drive sustainability.
Bishop & Friends March, 25, 2026
Q: What is the priority for Ohio State offensively in spring practice?
The hosts converge on Arthur Smith's ability as a run designer and the need to restore balance in the run game while integrating the new offense with Ryan Day's system, with Spring practice focusing on installation and player fit.

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A fast-paced, local-sports focused show that blends college football and basketball analysis with hockey and NFL updates, anchored by outspoken host banter and deep ties to Columbus teams. Episodes frequently cover the Ohio State Buckeyes, NHL trades involving the Columbus Blue Jackets, NCAA tournament chatter, and offbeat travel and personal anecdotes, all wrapped in a casual, opinionated vibe. Notable strengths include strong chemistry among long-standing hosts, a willingness to critique coaching and administration when warranted, and high engagement with live sponsor reads that reflect a tightly integrated local sports brand.

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2. Carlos Loughlin
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6. Clayton Safi
7. Mike Rapoley
8. Sayid Bravo

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